Katrina's Mexican Kitchen

18001 Pioneer Blvd, Artesia
(562) 526-8025

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Nadja Blum

Awesome Mexican Seafood, great service, the food was so delicious. Great experience. So many seating options inside and outside. The music was too loud for me, in my opinion it would be more comfortable with a few db less :)

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ernie G27

This place has delicious food breakfast, lunch or diner your choice can’t go wrong the restaurant isn’t that big but the atmosphere is good and the restrooms are super clean and the waitress are friendly and professional, will definitely recommend to try this place

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

R M

I really enjoyed our dinner! The restaurant was very clean, food was great and good music was playing. We've lived in the area for over a year and struggled to find good Mexican food. We found our spot and will definitely be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

angel jimenez

Excellent food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

HuntingHarleys

Ok food, nit the best, but far better then some pretend Mexican food joints

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Jon W

A Hidden Gem That Raises the Bar for Authentic Mexican Food

I usually prejudge a restaurant based on their guacamole, maybe that’s wrong of me, but I do it anyway. And let me tell you: Katrina’s Mexican Kitchen absolutely blew me away. Their guacamole isn’t just good, it’s way better than Chipotle, and I don’t say that lightly. The consistency was spot on: creamy with just the right amount of texture, packed with perfectly ripe avocado, fresh lime, and vibrant cilantro. I placed my order at 8PM, an hour before they closed, and the guacamole was still insanely fresh. That kind of quality late in the night is rare and says everything about how seriously this kitchen takes its food.

From there, the experience only got better.

I ordered a burrito, and everything about it was executed with precision. The flour tortilla was soft and warm with just the right amount of chew. The ratio of meat to rice to beans, onions, and cilantro was perfect, nothing dominated, everything complemented. Each bite delivered layers of flavor that tasted thoughtfully balanced and deeply satisfying.

But what really sets Katrina’s apart are the incredible sauces that come with your order. These aren’t generic throw-ins, these are handcrafted, authentic Mexican salsas that showcase the chef’s commitment to real flavor. The habanero salsa? Next-level spicy, a solid level 10 on the heat scale, but still rich and nuanced, not just hot for the sake of it. The red salsa had a deep, smoky complexity, and the green salsa, though mild, was bright and flavorful with every ingredient shining through. You can taste the chilies, the fresh herbs, and the skill behind every recipe.

To finish things off, I tried two tacos, carne asada and al pastor, and they were both phenomenal. The carne asada was tender, delicately seasoned, and cooked perfectly, served with fresh onions and cilantro on a warm tortilla that had just the right amount of char. The al pastor was juicy, flavorful, and had that signature punch of spice and sweetness that makes the dish so crave-worthy.

But beyond just the food, the best thing about Katrina’s Mexican Kitchen is the authenticity. You can tell everything is made in-house, from the rice and beans to the fresh-cut limes and every salsa they serve. It’s real Mexican cooking, done with care, passion, and precision.

I would recommend this spot to absolutely anyone looking for the real deal. Katrina’s doesn’t just serve great food, they set the standard.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Danny_Santos_br

The food is good but it needs more seasoning and spiciness.
Small quantity of food, the soda is not refillable and I found it expensive overall.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Orrey Modo

Very good mexican favorites. Had the taquitos and a carne asda, a carnitas and a chicken taco. All had great seasoning and were great. Not many places where the chicken can compete with the others. They were under staffed but the woman doing it ll on her own was great. They have an amazing tsco Tuesday special also.

First Last

Nice menu options.
Friendly staff
Decent prices
Give this place a try.

George A

Great food, very good service, very clean Awesome place Menudo is very good!!

Mark Glover

I paid $12 and some change for ordering the small sized side of refried beans, chips, and 3 pieces of queso fresco. Keep in mind that there is a restaurant in the same plaza where I got a whole meal for $13 and some change. You guys are absolutely overcharging for chips and beans. Only 3 tables sat and somehow it took a long time for them to get me beans and chips 🤦‍♂️ worst part, the beans were just ok, I’ve had better. Won’t be ordering this again to go.

David Rivas

Took too long. Server not friendly we had to ask for things. And even forgot one of my orders.but its OK.

Salomon Penaloza

Bad service

Sonya Hines

So my daughter and usually love this place hence why on today (Tuesday) we ordered online for pick up for tacos. The tacos were not listed as the taco Tuesday price so we thought they no longer had it. Well I go to pick my order of tacos and see the special in the window. When I asked the server about it she had no answer to give me. Said she doesn’t know about the online menu. Very disappointing today. Perhaps the menu can be updated to include taco Tuesday ?☹️

katarzyna vasquez

We were trying to eat there for a while and we finally did. The place is clean and remodeled. Very comfortable and great forva family dinner. The service was very attentive and friendly. Shrimp fajitas wwere delicious and super hot. Our fafavorite besides Chile relleno and quesadilla. Lime margarita, aqua de horchata and Mexican sodas complimented all the food. We will come back for sure!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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